29 Oct 1960
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1960
Page
1
Editorial argues against unchecked expansion of government bureaus using Iowa’s proposed permanent alcoholism commission as an example. It notes 45000 chronic inebriates in Iowa costing about 20 million yearly in arrests and care, and warns of the branching bush effect where new agencies sprout to tackle related social issues.
Officials say last week’s $11.8 million drain on the U S gold supply seems small against a midyear decline of about $750 million and an average weekly outflow of $47 million since July 1. The total gold stock stands at $18.751 billion.
The editorial commends William McClurkin acting auditor for Linn County for rearranging the November 8 ballot on voting machines to insert a blank line between Republican and Democratic candidates after a protest by Robert E. Hutte of Oskaloosa. It calls for legal clarification to prevent future uncertainty.
The Soviet government refuses to pay its share of a $66.6 million Congo aid appropriation, threatens U.N. voting rights, and argues it may withhold assessments. The United States bears the largest share of U.N. expenses, while the Soviet Union has defaulted for four years on Gaza strip policing costs totaling over $10 million. This move is described as blackmail and could threaten Security Council status.
Article maps Nixon plan to sweep nine climactic days with coast to coast tour. It notes tougher tone on issues, speeches detailing action as president, and a backing timeline for atomic testing talks and potential Geneva moves. Kennedy could follow as voters await decisive period before election.
The wife of the struggling young writer wins praise at a party. The hostess calls her dress a poem, but the writer jokes that it’s more like six teen poems, five short stories and two magazine articles.
Lois Downing 1950 daughter of Dr and Mrs J O Downing Cedar Rapids was named Harvest Queen at Iowa State College. Dean Floyd Andre crowned her at the Harvest Ball hosted by agriculture students.
The letter argues Nixon Erred not morally or legally in the U-2 flight but defending its purpose to monitor Soviet gains. It asserts Khrushchev’s threats demand U.S. vigilance while condemning price manipulation by processors and packers harming farmers. The writer urges reform of marketing practices and support for Farm Association pressure on Market News Service.
Rex Conn argues against the NFO charge that USDA market news aids packers in rigging livestock markets. He warns farmers lack redress in pricing, calls for a checks and balances system to counter tyranny, and notes demand for relief from unfair marketing practices.
Charles W. Hughes from 1820 8th St SW questions whether utility firms or voters control Cedar Rapids. He cites rising taxes and bills, criticizes rate hikes, praises Mayor Jim Meaghan's stance, and urges council investigation into living costs and school planning. He notes small homes for growing families and adds a family-wide concern about expenses.
A writer commends Cedar Rapids and vicinity ambulance provider led by Mr. Lyle L. Shook. The paper notes the four well equipped units, recent new apparatus, strong staff, and the business as a taxpaying operation, urging continued community support.
A young boy watches as his father and a fellow parishioner pass the church collection. As the father moves from the center aisle to the side, the boy declares with growing excitement that his dad is winning.
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